Miami-Dade Mayor demands 'immediate access' and oversight over Alligator Alcatraz
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The Mayor of Miami-Dade County is asserting the need for immediate access and oversight of Alligator Alcatraz, the detention center on seized land. She expresses concerns over inhumane conditions, inadequate hurricane evacuation plans, and environmental effects linked to the center. The Mayor's follow-up request underscores ongoing transparency issues and reflects previously stated worries. Access to the facility has been restricted after a high-profile opening. Public pressure continues to mount for more accountability regarding operations at Alligator Alcatraz.
Mayor Cava's letter demands immediate access and oversight authority over the Alligator Alcatraz detention facility, asserting the County's entitlement as the legal property owner for inspections.
Concerns about inhumane conditions, a lack of evacuation plans for hurricanes, and environmental impacts were reiterated by the Mayor regarding the Alligator Alcatraz facility.
Limited access to the Alligator Alcatraz detention facilities has been permitted post opening day, which featured a tour with notable political figures and influencers.
A previous letter from Mayor Levine Cava expressed similar concerns about the conditions within the immigrant detention center, emphasizing the need for transparency.
Read at Miami Herald
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